PET Resin Pellets Grade 7940B from China
High-viscosity polyethylene terephthalate (PET) resin pellets, grade 7940B, used primarily for manufacturing blown bottles and containers. This product falls under HTS 3907.69.00 as it consists of PET polymer in primary pellet form with PET monomer units comprising over 95% by weight, classified as 'Other' PET not specifically covered elsewhere.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify PET monomer content exceeds 95% by weight via lab testing to confirm classification under 3907.69.00 and avoid reclassification
• Include detailed chemical composition certificates and supplier specs in documentation for CBP review
• Watch for common pitfalls like mislabeling as recycled PET, which may shift to 3907.60 if qualifying criteria met